Defroster Duct - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.

NOTE: LHD model shown. RHD model similar.






NOTE: Illustration shown with instrument panel removed from vehicle for clarity.

1. Remove the instrument panel top coverInstrument Panel Cover - Removal.
2. Disconnect the left demister duct (7) and the right demister duct (5) from the defroster duct (2).
3. Remove the two screws (3) that secure the defroster duct to the defroster duct support (4).
4. Remove the two screws (1) that secure the defroster duct support to the instrument panel (6) and position the support out of the way.
5. Remove the defroster duct from the instrument panel.